Sunday, December 30, 2007

I was never a fish lover. I'd even say I was a fish-hater but all that changed when I took a class on cooking fish and one of the many terrific recipes I took away was this one--it helped to change my bigotry against this tasty and good-for-you meat. Love those Omega-3 oils!

The recipe is completely quick and easy and the blend of flavors is perfect, especially when finished off with a pretty little side of rice. Light and healthy to lead you into 2008.

To prepare:Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Grill or bake at 425 degrees for 10 minutes per inch of thickness or until the fish flakes when tested with a fork (if it's slightly translucent or doesn't flake easily it's not done). Keep fillets warm.

Drain the beans, reserving 1/3 cup of the liquid. In a saucepan combine the beans, reserved liquid, bell pepper, onion, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder and salt. Cook over a low heat for five minutes.

Combine the mango, cider vinegar, mustard, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a food processor and pulse until smooth or slightly chunky, depending on your taste. Transfer to a microwaveable dish and heat for one or two minutes until it's warm.

To serve, spoon the black beans onto a dish, top with a fillet and drizzle with the mango mustard sauce. Serve with a side of white rice for nice variety and balance. Makes 4-6 servings.

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And if this spicy mustard doesn't warm you, you can check out the video KT Cat made just for me. I feel warmer just watching it.

This dish looks fabulous! I will need to try it. I'm not a fish lover either and have never cared much for salmon. My mother loves salmon, so while I'm in Denver this coming week I think I'll give it a whirl.

Ooh that looks good! I love fish though and always have :)I haven't been reading many blogs lately just so much going on with Christmas and our getting ready to move to another house so I'm trying to catch up!